Best restaurants near me in Covington, LA

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1. Dakota Restaurant - Covington

4.8

Exceptional(1191)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Covington

Booked 22 times today

Open since October of 1990, The Dakota has been a pioneer in the culinary industry on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain. Their cuisine is influenced by the flavorful Creole cuisine, with Contemporary Louisiana. Other influences include the Southwest, California, and Asia using fresh local and seasonal ingredients. The carefully selected wines pay tribute to the well crafted wines of North America while offering many of the traditional Old World styles of Europe. In October of 2023, The Dakota moved to its new location in Historic Downtown Covington...just a block from the iconic Southern Hotel.The Dakota continues to set the mark for what people look for when they dine – well crafted food, detail-oriented service, plush surroundings, and genuine hospitality.

2. Valencia

4.8

Exceptional(149)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional Spanish • Covington

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to Valencia! It's our pleasure to serve our community located in beautiful, historic downtown Covington. Valencia brings alive the spirit of New Orleans, Louisiana and Valencia, Spain in an eclectic combination of flavors to dazzle your palette. We pay homage to the traditional cuisine from these areas with the addition of flavor infusions from both regions!

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3. Marcello's - Covington

4.9

Exceptional(228)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Covington

Booked 8 times today

Please call for reservations. Due to Covid - 19 restrictions online reservation will be suspended until further notice. 985-400-5668Our hours of operation will be:Sunday & Monday - closedTuesday - Thursday - 4 pm - 9 pmFriday - 11 am - 9 pmSaturday - 4 pm - 9 pmHappy Hour - Tuesday - Friday 4 pm - 6 pm1/2 price appetizers1/2 price glasses of wine and specialty cocktails

4. The Gloriette

4.6

Exceptional(505)

Price: Very Expensive

• French American • Covington

Booked 6 times today

A restaurant at the Southern Hotel. Led by Chef Alex Harrell, our menu features locally inspired cuisine.

5. Tavi

4.9

Exceptional(439)

Price: Moderate

• Israeli • Covington

Booked 23 times today

Tavi is an Israeli restaurant serving made-to-order pita from a wood-fired oven, elaborately finished hummus plates, and small and large plates drawing from the same modern Israeli inspiration as its sister restaurant, Shaya. The name Tavi is inspired by the Hebrew word meaning “good or beloved” and that’s what Tavi aims to deliver to the Covington community. Executive Chef Fariz Choumali leads the kitchen and brings his Lebanese Roots to life through staples from the Shaya menu plus new dishes. The menu will highlight an array of small plates, hummus, sandwiches, and slow-roasted meats.

6. Gallagher's Grill

4.8

Exceptional(1520)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Covington

Booked 28 times today

Welcome to Gallagher’s Grill – Your Local Steakhouse! Try our award winning entrees featuring sizzling steaks, ribeyes, pork chops, and the best seafood Louisiana has to offer. Whether you prefer a fine wine or a fresh new cocktail, our team is always ready to help you find your perfect pairing. Gallagher's Grill, located at 509 S Tyler St in Covington, La. Rated Four Stars by Tom Fitzmorris, "Mr Food". Serving USDA Prime and choice steaks, quail, lamb and the largest selection of fresh fish on the Northshore! Open for lunch Tuesday thru Friday and Dinner Tuesday thru Saturday.

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7. Bon Sake Sushi & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(63)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Covington

Booked 21 times today

BON SAKE sushi & barSushi RestaurantHours: LUNCH Mon-Fri 11:30-2:30 DINNER Mon-Thurs 4:30-9•Fri & Sat 4:30-10:30 We look forward to serving you.

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8. The English Tea Room & Eatery

4.5

Awesome(43)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Covington

Booked 9 times today

"The world drinks tea. Come have some with us today!" The English Tea Room and Eatery is one of the shops you don't expect to find on the short but interesting Lee Lane in Covington's walkable city core. The shop offers more than 260 choices of teas and serves fresh-baked scones with house-made clotted cream and house-made lemon curd along with all-day high tea [finger sandwiches, savories & chocolate covered strawberries] and many other English food items such as banger & mash, Coronation Chicken Salad, Scotch eggs, quiches, Shepherd's Pie, etc.We are located on the corner of Rutland St. and N. Florida St. is just a block from the antique stores on Lee Lane and one block from the art galleries on Columbia. Off-street parking is available, wheelchair Lift and ample free parking on Florida St. and Rutland St and nearby Free Public Parking [Ox lot].

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9. Desi Vega Steakhouse Covington

4.8

Exceptional(971)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Covington

Booked 15 times today

Thank you for choosing Desi Vega’s Steakhouse Northshore, located in the heart of Covington.If your preferred reservation time is not available through Open Table, please call the restaurant directly to check availability at (985) 276-4994.Our dining experience is also available at the Bar. Bar seats are on a first come first serve basis.

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10. Boulevard American Bistro Covington

4.4

Awesome(169)

Price: Expensive

• American • Covington

Booked 6 times today

Boulevard American Bistro serves classic American fare, exceptional service and consistent quality. We pride ourselves on providing guests with classic American food from our scratch kitchen and professional yet friendly service in an upscale environment.